Headlamp

NOTE: Sagging springs, faulty wheel alignment or improper tracking of the rear axle may affect headlamp aim.

Before making any adjustments on headlamp (13008), perform the following preparatory steps:

1. Remove ice or mud from under fenders.

2. Make sure that all tires are inflated to recommended pressures.

   
   
   Headlamp Adjustment Shown Without Headlamp Door or Trim Ring, F-150, F-250, F-350 and Bronco
   
   
   
   
   

3. Make sure there is no load in the vehicle other than the fuel tank half full.

4. Clean lenses and aiming pads.

5. Check for headlamp bulb (13007) burn-out and proper beam switching.

6. Verify that lamp output is well toward normal new lamp value.

7. Bounce the vehicle and allow to settle.

Perform headlamp aim adjustments with Rotunda Headlamp Aiming Kit 196-00001 or equivalent. To aim the aerodynamically styled headlamps, the adjustable aimer adapters provided in the kit must be used. Adjustment aimer adapter positions are moulded into the bottom edge of the headlamp lens.

Set and lock the adjustable adapters, attach each adapter to its mechanical aimer and aim headlamps per latest instructions in the kit.

The equipment in Rotunda Headlamp Aiming Kit 196-00001 or equivalent can be calibrated to accommodate a slight slope in the floor, making it usable almost anyplace in the garage. However, the area must be reasonably flat.

NOTE: Access holes are provided to allow headlamp adjustment without removing the headlamp door (13064).

Each headlamp is adjusted by means of two screws located under the headlamp door or trim ring.

For sealed-beam lamps, always bring each beam into final position by turning the headlamp adjusting screw (13032) clockwise so that the headlamp will be held against the tension springs when the operation is completed.